JOSEI
Gestalt
2011-12-02
Father Olivier of the Order of Vasaria is having a religious crisis and has decided to seek out the evil beast god G (whose name we cannot speak), who is rumoured to be able to grant wishes. Along his journey, he meets a mysterious girl called Ohri, who claims to be a sorceress from G's island, who is returning home. Since they were both heading for the same place, they decided to journey together. However, Father Messiah of the Order of Vasaria is infuriated that Olivier has left the Order to seek out an evil god. And he has swallowed his pride to engage the services of Suzu, a Dark Elf, to capture Olivier and return him to the Order. "Gestalt" is a German word and means "shape."
Devil in the Water
2011-11-30
This collection of horror short stories includes tales of murder, romance, and the supernatural.The title story follows Natsuko, a maid at the Hagiwara mansion who bears an exact resemblance to a recently deceased woman of the household.Other stories include a cat who watches for his master and a ghost, a work of art which leads to revenge through possessed bodies, and a woman who haunts the husband who murdered her but whom she still loves.The mood and pacing of these stories are a kind of Japanese gothic, steeped in the culture but as clear to readers as the passions we all share.
Couverture
2011-11-29
From Stiletto Heels Couverture, a specialty store run by a pair of handsome brothers dealing in fine chocolates, For the times when you are swaying in between career and love. For the times you are troubled awaiting a spring romance. For the times when you feel like you have forgotten how to smile or be gentle. If you take one step into the shop, you will understand the flavor of happiness they want to share with everyone.
Between the Sheets
2011-11-28
The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. From Tokyopop:Between the Sheets features the unusual friendship from the nearly inseparable Saki and Minako. Minako carries a fervent torch for the other girl - a passion of which Saki is initially ignorant. But when Minako sleeps with Saki's boyfriend Ken (just to see what Saki sees in him), the true nature of Minako's obsession begins to reveal itself ... provoking an understandably strong reaction from Saki.
Anata ga Ireba
2011-11-27
Toriko Tsukigata is a beautiful girl who judges guys solely upon their appearance. One day her life changes: Someone tells her that she's the eighth reincarnation of Princess Kaguya, who is a playgirl. To pay for the sins Princess Kaguya commited in her past life, she has to find a guy whom she really loves. If she fails, Toriko will become a hundred-year-old grandma.
Angel (SAKURAZAWA Erika)
2011-11-27
Every day, we come across people who make a difference in our lives. Teachers, parents, friends. But for some people who are truly in distress, an angel is sometimes sent down to lend a guiding hand. Erika Sakurazawa blends moving tales of latch-key kids and struggling students with witty humor to give you an inside look into a world that could very well be your own.Story and art by Erica Sakurazawa.
Angel Nest
2011-11-27
From Tokyopop:A woman named Natsu finds Ken, her husband, with another woman when she comes home from work one day. Ken confesses that he is in love with the girl, Emi, and asks Natsu for a divorce. Natsu doesn't really feel shocked or sad, for some strange reason. All she can think of is what she has learned from her five years with Ken, and how she can move forward. Then, one sleepless night, she sees an angel sitting on her balcony... and soon after, the angel begins living with her.Emi comes to see Natsu and says Ken has been stalking her. Emi moves into her apartment to be safe. Emi can also see the angel, and the threesome find great comfort in each other's company...Included in this volume are three more short manga stories: God Knows Everything, Tea Time and Dispensation of Heaven.Story and art by Erica Sakurazawa.
Anywhere But Here
2011-11-27
In the Anywhere But Here (Kokode wa Nai Dokoka) series: Vol.1) Yama e Iku The series is made up of loosely connected oneshots. Some share characters; others are thematically similar. The first story is about a sensitive writer with an overactive imagination and intolerance for the banalities of everyday life. Also includes The Willow Tree. - The Willow Tree - A woman stands day to day under a growing willow tree and watches the people who pass by... Vol.2) Sphinx
Asakiyumemishi-The Tale of Genji
2011-11-27
To this day "The Tale of Genji," a story written as a picture scroll in Japan's Heian period (794-1185), is regarded as the most important work in ancient Japanese literature.A shining baby boy is born to the emperor and Kiritsubo. The boy loses his mother at a very young age, but the emperor still shows a strong liking for him, and he grows into a handsome young man. The first part of the story (volumes 1 to 10) follows the tales of the glorious youth Hikaru Genji's love. It is also about the women in his life who strive to make their love towards Genji significantly different from others. The second half of the story called the "Uji Jujo" episodes (volumes 11 to 13) takes place after Genji's death, focusing on the youth of two imperial princesses related to Genji.
And (okazaki Mari)
2011-11-24
From Stiletto Heels:Aoki Kaoru is a 26 year old woman who has never had a boyfriend. Normally unattached and unmotivated in her own life, Kaoru decides to start up a nail salon as a side business in addition to her regular job as a medical clerk. Although having a severe adversity to physical touch, she is forced to confront that fear when she meets a man who can’t help but touch others.
Deep Love: Real
2011-11-24
The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. The man whose eyes are re-awakening, Yoshiyuki. At the age of 18 years old he lives a life of hopelessness, and thus visits the host club “Platinum†in Shibuya. They all thought it: “Yoshiyuki wouldn’t be suited to a become a host.†At that time, only the number one host Taku looked into his eyes and saw that they were different from those of ordinary men…
Sakamichi no Apollon
2011-11-24
Nishimi Kaoru has moved from city to city and school to school because of his father’s job. So the first day at his new school was just routine for him. Being intellectual and the new transfer student, he has always been seen as an outcast and all Kaoru had to do was bare it until the next time he moved. But things were slightly different this time. First, he started to get close to the class president, Mukae Ritsuko, and, secondly, unlikely as it seemed, grew closer to Kawabuchi Sentaro. Sentaro was infamous for getting into fights, skipping class and was an overall bad boy. Strangely enough, the three of them find common ground in music, namely jazz, and Kaoru finds himself actually enjoying the new town.
2 Dome no Koi wa Usotsuki
2011-11-13
Sumi has hopelessly loved Natsuki since she was 18. Now she's 28 years old, works at a cosmetics company, and has managed to miss out on most of her prime dating years by pining after one boy. One day, an interesting new cafeteria opens at Sumi's company, a 'garçon' style restaurant staffed by pretty young men. One of those men is Natsuki's younger brother, Satsuki! Satsuki knows about her long-standing crush, and teases her mercilessly. However, when she is crushed by the news of Natsuki's impending marriage, Satsuki helps her save face. Could there be something between Sumi and Satsuki, or is he just messing with her?
Majo no Biyaku
2011-11-11
Plot: AnimeNewsNetwork:In the story, Kaoruko runs a small herb shop after losing both of her parents when she was young. One day, a mysterious man dressed in all black enters the shop. Kaoruko is about to discover the true nature of this man named Kaname Hibiki.
Nijiiro No Cinderella
2011-10-31
He wants his baby, so he'll make her his bride!To teacher Erin Lavelle, handsome billionaire Peter Ramsey was like a fairy-tale prince. But after two amazing days their affair was over. Peter had thought Erin was different until he discovered her secret.Then seven months later he finds her pregnant. Now there's only one way to ensure his unborn child's security...marriage. Erin's knight in shining armor has returned, this time demanding she be his bride!
Kuroi Hitsuji
2011-10-24
from fictiondb:"So the black sheep has returned to the fold."Willa Ross knew she wasn't welcome in her hometown of Cascade, Wyoming. Especially not by Clay Cantrell--who still held her responsible for the accident that caused the death of his sister five years before.But when her aunt took ill, and desperately needed her to look after the failing family ranch, Willa couldn't say no--not to the woman who'd raised her.Willa's presence stirred up painful memories for Clay. So she'd vowed to keep out of his way. Yet they were drawn to each other--this time not as love-struck teenagers, but as man and woman... .
There's Something About Sunyool
2011-09-30
Sunyool Lee, a twenty-something rags-to-riches story. From a down-and-out illegitimate child to the only daughter of a powerful politician, she's seen and heard it all. Now it's time for her to find the perfect man to share her life with
Magic
2011-09-29
[From Dragon Voice Project]:This is a one volume work which consists of 2 separate and quite long stories. The first one is science-fiction related and is... quite eccentric. The second one however is more down to Earth.From MangaArt:There are 2 manga series in the book. In the first series, Magic, the background is set in the futuristic 2200's in the edge of the galaxy. Super model Kana has died in a space ship accident when she traveled to a planet on the edge of the galaxy. Her daughter was found 3 years after the magnetic storm has rested. A distand related cousin of Kana adopted the young child (he was also an old boyfriend of Kana!). Years later, Kana's has grown up to be a teenage girl...In the second story, Silence, the background is set in modern Japan. A teenage boy is seeking revenge for his brother who was murdered by gansters. He rides on his bicycle, approaches each of his enemy and then pulls out his pistol! No one is supposed to find out. But someone notices him...
87 Clockers
2011-09-26
Ichinose, a violin music student, is coming towards a crossroads in his life. He has to decide what to do with his future, but he doesn't feel pulled towards any one particular dream. In the absence of any ambition, he decides to work alongside his mother, who is a piano teacher, and teach violin. But one night, he sees a pretty, sad girl standing barefoot outside an apartment. A little investigation shows that she seems to share the apartment with a cat and a mysterious guy called Mike. Will meeting her be the trigger that can change his dull life?New series from Ninomiya Tomoko known for Nodame Cantabile.
Toribako House
2011-09-14
Plot: Dependant on her boyfriend of seven years, unable to communicate well with others, and lacking self-confidence, Miki feels like a bird trapped in a gilded cage. In the midst of all this she meets a callous young man named Kamaya at her post in the students affairs office. Although Kamaya seems to have no qualms about invading her personal space, he saves her when she's in trouble, and Miki gradually begins to see him in a new light.
My Sweet Honey?
2011-08-30
From HaruHime:Story 1. Use our rental to get yourself a boyfriend. You don’t have to return him, so you can have him for as long as you want.
Princess To Konyaku
2011-08-29
Was I kidnapped by an angel? While Edinburg kingdom is rocked by the disappearance of the king, Ben, a marine acting as a double for his cousin, Prince Nicholas, is kidnapped. As he lies strapped to a bed, he is met by a beautiful woman smelling of roses. Seeing guilt in her eyes, Ben is sure she's taking part in this kidnapping against her will. Whatever her circumstances, Ben vows to protect her! Part 3 of the "Wedding of the Century?Kingdom of Edinburg" 4-part miniseries!
Kisu, Shite Ii Desu Ka...?
2011-08-29
From Intercross:Yue, Mako and Sana were the best of friends as children however a love triangle between the three caused a riff in their friendship. Now an accidental meeting as adults, will things be different this time around?Â
Princess to Kekkon
2011-08-18
Plot: Description: King Edenbourg's traffic accident turns out to be an abduction. Under orders from Princess Isabel, lady-in-waiting Rowena investigates the king's disappearance by playing nanny to a son of the primary suspect, Jake Stanbury. While living with Jake, Rowena finds out he is a man of faith. She begins to be attracted to him as she becomes convinced of his innocence. However...
Itoshikute Nikui Hito
2011-08-13
from fictiondb:Elinor Lucinda Smith knew it would be difficult to stay calm and professional while nursing Jason Tenby back to health; he was used to calling the shots. Also, she couldn't forget the time years ago when Jason had kissed her passionately... She'd never forgiven Jason for the trouble it had caused. But now he was injured and temporarily blind. For his sake she must keep her identity a secret. However, as she healed him, she tamed him -- and fell for him. All too soon he would be able to see her again -- surely he'd recognize her as the woman whom he'd once considered unsuitable marriage material?
Dream Eater
2011-08-12
From Iskultrip Scans:In order to restore the Great Dream Tree of Elfland to life, Kiki, a mare, has to eat bad dreams that plague people’s hearts and foster good dreams so that they sleep well. Aided by Gilly, the tree guardian, and the garden elves, she wanders the human world. However, the world is a dangerous place...
Namida ni Nureta Koi
2011-08-09
The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. From JShoujo Scans:Contains Five One-shots:1) Yoake Mae (Before Daybreak)Iori is the daughter of a wealthy family who has lived a caged-in existence. She has lived her life following the path set down by her parents, and now she is about to be married off to a man she doesn't love. She runs away and stumbles upon the late-night food stand run by Akira. His kindness and warmth opens her mind to a world she didn't know existed--but when his tragic past threatens to destroy the pure love that has begun to blossom, she must choose between the life she has always known and a love she didn't know was possible.
The Millionaire's Pregnant Mistress
2011-08-08
Tess, a maid at a resort hotel, spends one passionate night with a captivating dark-haired man she meets in the bar. She knows he is only after a one-night stand, and quietly leaves him in the morning, never to see him again... Until she discovers she is pregnant! The mysterious man is, in fact, a famous movie producer, and after much deliberation Tess decides to tell him about the baby. At his home she receives a cold reception and even harsher words. But what can she do but accept the conditions he imposes upon her?
Iguana No Musume
2011-08-07
Short story collection.1. Iguana no Musume: A girl develops a complex about herself after her mother thinks of her as a hideous iguana.
Chiruhi
2011-08-07
The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. In the title piece, Chiruhi, Orin is a prostitute who works on a boat near the seashore. She falls in love with a young hairdresser, who is one of her customers, even though she knows it is an impossible love. This collection consists of seven historical short stories which tragicomically depict people trying to do their best in the city of Edo throughout the seasons.
Horikou Hanemono Ranger
2011-08-04
The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Plot: Hori High is attended by a bunch of good for nothing delinquents called Hanemono. Their adventures include interweaving tales of Hayato, a guy with a chonmage hairstyle, his colorful buddies, and their raunchy, romantic high school lives.
Sultan no Koukeigi
2011-08-02
HOW COULD ONE MAN BE BOTH HER TORMENT AND HER TEMPTATION?Sheikh Najib blasted into Rosalind Lewis's life and staked a sultan's claim on her son! Her denial of the boy's royal lineage was met with deaf ears -- and relentless kisses. When danger threatened, mother and child were whisked into Najib's exotic world, a faraway place where protection meant marriage. But with every night in the arms of her sheikh "husband," Rosalind's secret threatened to surface. Would the truth bring a bitter end -- or a heartfelt vow?
Kizuato Made Aishite
2011-07-18
Blessed with brilliant beauty and abundant wealth; Lena used to be a prince of the fashionable society until an accident took everything away from her, leaving only ugly scar in her leg. Her husband despised the car and dumped her. "I never trust a man..." Since then, a smile has disappeared from her face and she has withdrawn and lived a quiet life. She never expects that her extremely sexy boss is determined to make her his own.
Real Clothes
2011-07-09
Kinue is a saleswoman in the futon section of a department store. Despite her plain clothes and poor makeup, she ends up being transferred to the women's clothing department, where she has to be trained by her extraordinarily fashionable boss. Needless to say, a makeover is in order.
Sheikh no Ryakudatsu Ai
2011-07-04
Plot: Wife--rescued and paid for!Kidnapped by rebels, Belle Winters discovers her rescuer is Rafiq al Akhtar, Sovereign Prince of the desert kingdom of Q'aroum. Whisked away to his exotic palace, Rafiq expects her to show her gratitude...by marrying him!Rafiq demands Belle perform all her royal duties--both in public and in private. Soon she succumbs to the sultry heat of the desert and to Rafiq's seduction. Belle is no longer an unwilling wife, now she is the sheikh's very willing lover....Surrender To The Sheikh: He's proud, passionate, primal--dare she surrender to the Sheikh?
Princess no Shitsuren
2011-06-27
The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Living alone in the Colorado Rockies, U.S. Marshal Dan Mason didn't want company. Still, Dan couldn't resist a damsel in distress, especially when a hiking accident left violet-eyed "Angel" on his doorstep with no memory and no identity. Even if sharing his tiny cabin with this mysterious, vulnerable beauty was pure temptation!Angel might not know who she was, but she was sure she'd never encountered a sexy lone wolf like Dan before. He had closed off his heart behind a thorny wall, but Angel could see beyond his gruff exterior. She was determined to bring Dan back to life...though it was going to take more than one steamy kiss to do the trick!Adaptation of English fiction Sleeping with Beauty by Laura Wright.
Do Not Fight
2011-06-19
About a husband and wife who are spouses on paper only (live in the same house, but separate rooms; same company [he is the president, she is a worker], but act as strangers) falling in love with each other.
The Sleeping Witc
2011-06-17
About a reincarnation of a boy who fell in love and a forever-sleeping 'witch'..... She is precious to him, he is precious to her. For this story, she needs faith in him; and he needs to remember her
Natsuyuki Rendez-vous
2011-06-16
From Stiletto Heels:A young man with poor eyesight named Hazuki works part-time in a flower shop and falls hard for the shop-owner Rokka. But what happens when he discovers that residing in her apartment is the spirit of the man she can never forget?
Heart no Ousama
2011-06-11
Plot: The king of hearts is the king that captures all girls' hearts.Yui, a teacher at a cram school, is a girl who always helps anyone in trouble. After seeing her neighbor, Sakimoto, collapse on the street, it was only natural for her to nurse him back to health. But when she did, she started to be interested in this somewhat mean guy...?!
Mister Millionaire
2011-05-31
In the Mister Millionaire series:V.1 - Kekkon no Kokoroe (Expecting the Boss's Baby)"I love you, not as my boss but as a man." It had been 2 months since Kate spent a night of passion with her boss, Michael, whom she secretly loves. But the next day, Michael cruelly tells her that their relationship must strictly be kept to business. Kate cannot forget about that night, and tells Michael how she feels... In fact, Michael grew up in an orphanage. He had a difficult childhood and now finds it impossible to love. Can Kate's love change Michael?V.2 - Kekkon nante ShitakunaiJustin, a genius of the stock trading business is a real scrooge despite being a millionaire. He believes marriage only drains your bank account, and only contributes to charity to evade taxes. While investigating a charity, he meets a poor but charming girl named Amy. However their encounter is cut short when he suddenly coughs up blood and collapses. Amy rushes him to the hospital and while drifting between the borders of life and death, he had a dream: his friends standing at his bed side, sadly mumbling "he only thought of money, money, money", "he never learnt to love anyone". Justin is suddenly swamped with a feeling of deep regret. He prays to God, "please, just give me another chance!"V.3 - Anata no KiokuAlisa has always been with Dylan for as long as she can remember�she gave him her first kiss as a teenager and, later, her virginity. But when Alisa finds Dylan bedding another woman, his cruel betrayal devastates her and she brings a sad end to their long-term relationship. At her worst, an accident befalls her. When Alisa wakes up, she has lost every bit of memory related to Dylan! This is the final story of a high-profile miniseries, Million-Dollar Men, which depicts the romances of self-made millionaires.
Toukyou Lastochika
2011-05-25
Plot: "Next year, I wonder if I could see this scenery again." Maid of service, Tsumura Hana, and the young head of viscount family, Arima Mitsuyuki, had different birth and status. Meiji era distinct status romance, at end of Meiji era there was one love.In Meiji year 43 (1910), ended the civilization and begin the westernization in capital city, Tokyo. Losing her mother and carring the young little brother, Tsumura Hana begin to serve viscount Arima family. By meeting the head of Arima family, Arima Mitsuyuki, it will alters Hana's fate dramatically. At the change of era, Hana's life will be tossed around...
Kimi Nakute
2011-05-23
Kathleen's dream was to be a vocalist. That was until the accident that left her with an injured leg. Despite this, her music teacher, Sister Cecily, takes her to an audition. Kathleen is a classical musician, but the audition is being judged by Morgan Llewellyn, a world-famous musical composer. Kathleen performs as best as she can, but the fiercely masculine and overbearing Morgan coldly tells her that she could never be a star.
Champagne Wa Koi No Biyaku
2011-05-12
Can one night lead to many more?When tycoon Graydon Gallagher lends Rebecca a shoulder to cry on at her ex-fiance's wedding, she doesn't expect to wake up next to him the following day! Exactly what kind of comfort has he given her?!
Uragiri No Butoukai
2011-05-08
When Francesco Romanelli met Erin Foyle, they were married within days--but it took just a month for their marriage to fall apart--Believing her husband to be nothing more than a cheat, Erin starts divorce proceedings. But though she won't be Francesco's wife, she will never be free of him--she is pregnant with his child.Francesco discovers Erin is pregnant-- how dare she keep it from him? If he has his way, the divorce will never happen. He's on a mission to reclaim her--as his wife and in his bed....
Aruosumente
2011-04-30
Reguna, one of the last members of a dying-out clan of dream-seers known as 'Oracles', serves as a courtier of the childlike and (apparently) well-loved king of his country.One night, he has a prophetic dream of impending danger towards His Majesty - but is unable to discern the source of the threat. Determined to protect the young royal, Reguna then begins an investigation which takes him deep into the realm where dreams and political conspiracies intertwine...
Yawareta Princess
2011-04-18
Penny-Rose, a stone mason in the Principality of Castaliae is summoned by the Queen. She asks Penny-Rose to marry the prince... but only for one year. To succeed the throne, the prince needs to marry a woman of "unimpeachable virtue." Startled by such a sudden request, Penny-Rose hesitantly accepts. Despite knowing he is to marry another after her, she is slowly drawn to the prince, and eventually falls in love...
Enkyori Kekkon
2011-04-04
Alessandra works at an advertisement agency in London, and is married to Cameron Calder, a well-known CEO of a large enterprise. The charismatic Cameron always manages to charm anyone he meets, but when he first meets Alessandra, she treats him coldly. Cameron is fascinated by this "cool lady," and asks her to marry him! But Alessandra doesn't know...that this marriage will bring a seemingly endless suffering...
Usotsuki Na Cinderella
2011-03-28
When the wealthy Alfred Wingate dies, his personal assistant, Cynthia, is utterly confused. He has left her his mansion in his will! Cynthia thought she was in love with Alfred's grandson Graham. But when she finds out he is cheating, she breaks off the engagement. But the terms of the will won't allow her to refuse the inheritance, and she's stuck with the mansion. On top of all this, Graham's brother, Rick, treats her with contempt, believing she tricked his wealthy grandfather!
Shukumei No Partner
2011-03-25
From Shojo Manhwa ScansA fake engagement with despicable man! Berrie meets her stepbrother Dawson whom she detests so much at her friend's party. A billionaire Dawson, with his still arrogant and domineering attitude, proposed her with an unexpected offer. Which was to act as his "fiance" for a certain amount of time...